Cuba-6-day-itinerary

Cuba 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Havana

Morning

  • Arrival: Arrive at José Martí International Airport (HAV)
  • Transportation: Take a taxi or hop-in/hop-off bus to your hotel
  • Check-in: Check into your hotel and freshen up
  • Lunch: Head to La Bodeguita del Medio, a famous restaurant in Old Havana, for lunch

Afternoon

  • Visit the Capitol Building: Explore the stunning Capitol Building, a symbol of Cuba’s rich history
  • Walk around Old Havana: Wander through the narrow streets and colorful buildings of Old Havana (Habana Vieja)
  • People-watching: Enjoy some Cuban coffee and people-watch at Plaza de la Catedral

Evening

  • Dinner: Try some traditional Cuban cuisine, like ropa vieja or lechon asado, at a local restaurant
  • Music and Dance: Visit the famous Tropicana nightclub for an unforgettable night of music and dance

Things to Know

  • Visa requirements: U.S. citizens can visit Cuba on a tourist visa ( Tourist Card), which can be purchased at the airport or online in advance.
  • Currency: The Cuban peso is the local currency, but U.S. dollars are widely accepted.
  • Language: Spanish is the official language, but many Cubans speak some English.

Day 2: Havana

Morning

  • Visit the Malecón: Walk along the famous Malecón seafront promenade and enjoy the views of the ocean
  • Museo de la Revolución: Visit the Museum of the Revolution to learn about Cuba’s history and revolution

Afternoon

  • Fusterlandia: Explore Fusterlandia, a colorful neighborhood created by Cuban artist José Fuster
  • Café Miramar: Relax at Café Miramar, a charming café with stunning views of the ocean

Evening

  • Live Music: Enjoy some live music at a local bar or club in Old Havana

Day 3: Viñales

Morning

  • Transportation: Take a bus or taxi to Viñales (approx. 4 hours)
  • Check-in: Check into your hotel and freshen up
  • Lunch: Try some local cuisine, like fried chicken or rice and beans, at a nearby restaurant

Afternoon

  • Valley of the Sugar Mills: Explore the stunning Valley of the Sugar Mills, a protected area with ancient sugar mills and tobacco plantations
  • Viñales National Park: Visit the beautiful Viñales National Park for hiking and stunning views

Evening

  • Dinner: Enjoy some local cuisine at a nearby restaurant

Day 4: Trinidad

Morning

  • Transportation: Take a bus or taxi to Trinidad (approx. 3 hours)
  • Check-in: Check into your hotel and freshen up
  • Lunch: Try some local cuisine, like fried chicken or rice and beans, at a nearby restaurant

Afternoon

  • City Tour: Explore the charming city of Trinidad, with its cobblestone streets and colorful buildings
  • Casa de la Música: Visit the Casa de la Música, a museum showcasing Cuban music and history

Evening

  • Dinner: Enjoy some local cuisine at a nearby restaurant

Day 5: Cienfuegos

Morning

  • Transportation: Take a bus or taxi to Cienfuegos (approx. 2 hours)
  • Check-in: Check into your hotel and freshen up
  • Lunch: Try some local cuisine, like fried chicken or rice and beans, at a nearby restaurant

Afternoon

  • Teatro Terry: Visit the stunning Teatro Terry, an opera house built in the late 19th century
  • Malecón del Sur: Relax at Malecón del Sur, a scenic promenade with beautiful views of the ocean

Evening

  • Dinner: Enjoy some local cuisine at a nearby restaurant

Day 6: Return to Havana

  • Transportation: Take a bus or taxi back to Havana (approx. 2 hours)
  • Last-minute shopping: Do some last-minute shopping for souvenirs
  • Departure: Depart from José Martí International Airport